It occupies non-flooded mature forest, but associates with seasonally flooded habitat and open areas when breeding^4,5. This species is omnivorous and feeds on the ground, taking grass seeds and leaves, fruits and insects, and corn where available¹¹. Breeding begins in March, with nesting taking place from April. It lays 8-15 eggs (average of 12) in a shallow scrape on the ground. The incubation period is 28 days¹¹.